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Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
A We'll Bred Carrier Pigeon.

There are hundred ways of recogniz- ing we'll bred, promising bird. When you sec one with strong feathers closely connected to the body with tho wings substantial and finely pinioned to the form, with full head from the end of the back, with the shaft of the wing feathers almost inflexible at the end, with a deep, broad chest and wide overlapping web which stops tho air from rushing through when in flight, you can bet all the wealth accumulated since Adam that that bird will carve out a memorable record. As the speed of the bird is dependent on his shape, resolu- tion and endurance, those in charge of breeders cannot be too particular in sec ing that they arc bred short. For diff cult work and long journeys birds between and 1-2 years arc tho best. Their ambition is then at its height. Frequently a few birds will indulge in long flights until they reach the age of 8 years. After that time they are available only for breeding purposes. -Ne,o Fork Commercial
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
Habits of Whales.

Iu the winter season there no whales in the Arctic Ocean, for the good reason that they can not live there when the water is frozzen over so that there arc no breathing space. A considerable num- Der arc supposed to die every year by being caught under icc so thick that when they come to breathe they can not break the ice. Frequently a dozen or moro whales may be seen in the small areas of open water surrounded by ice where no ship can go, or not without greater perils than ought to be cncour- aged. Jusst where all the arctic whales winter has long been mooted question. They are found all along the coast of California during some of tho winter months. But theia breeding grounds EaEs4the lower attitudes, as at MagdAlcne Bay and in the shallow baye of the Lower Mexican coast. It is probable that some go down as the Central Amer ican cost. All the right whales seen along the coast do not enter the Arctic, although it would seem that tho greatar number do. Many are found in the Ckhotsk Sec and along the coast of si- beria. The right whale seeks out his summer feeding grounds in high lati- tudcs. The annual migration and re- turn is counted ou with the greatest cer- tainty. As many whales come out of tho Arctic in autumn as enter in tho spring. These facts govern the opera tions of the whaling fleets. Hence after the Arctic whaling season is over many ships discharge and retit at once, and go down the coast preparatory to later cruise in high latitudcs. At several points along the coast in this State there are shore stations where a considerable number of whales are caught as they go up and down the coast. San Franciscd | Bulletin.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
Meals Before Bedtime.

It is a common inn ressior, says a medical authority, that to take food inn mediately before going to bed and to sleep, is unwise. Such suggestion is answered by reminder that the instinct of animals prompts them to sleep as soon as they have eaten; and in Summer an after-dinner nap, especially when that meal is taken at midday, is luxury in- dulged in by many. Neither darkness nor season of the year alters the condi- tions. If the ordinary hour of the even- ing meal is six or seven o'clock and of the first morning meal seven or eight o'clock, an interval of twelve hours or more e,apses without food, and for per sons whose nutrition is at fault this is altogether too long period for fasting. It explains many a restless night, and much of head and back ache, and the languid halt-rested condition on rising, which is accompanied by noappetite for breakfast. This meal itself often dis sipates these sensations It is, therefore, desirable, if not essential, when nutri- ment is to be crowded, that the last thing before going to bed should be the taking of food. Sleeplcssncss is often caused by starvation, and tumbler of milk, if dunk in the middle of the night, will often put people to sleep. Food before rising is m equally import ant expedient. It supplies strength for bathing and dressing, laborious and wcarisomc tasks for the undcrfed, and is better ''pic-mc-up" than any hackney cd t'tonic."
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05

cone of the mos; noteworthy things that has come under my observation lately" says Cashier Shearer, of the New Yorx Sub-Treasury, lis the demand that is made upon us now for small bills and coins. We cannot begin to supply one and two dollar bills as fast as they arc called for, and we are away behind in the matter of small change-pennies, five-cent pieces, dimes, quarters, and half-dollar bits. One of the peculiarities of the day is the new demand from the South and Southwest for pennies. Here tofore the people in that part of the country have had no use for one-cent pieces; they have rather inclined to snee, at such money; but the great growth oi livclines, in trade down there seems tt have changed affairs materially. And alI ovef the country it would seem as i this Aensnd for small currency is fail indication that there is . boom in retai huxnsea That would explain the dc nsoa fsr this rev abundance of smal rf6c6y, . 4enend that the public reall, gly = sssat fiji"
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
A Practical Joker OutWitted.

Recently a young physician of the H rvard Medical School conceived the idea of playing joke on Miss Annie Copeland, one of tho lady students of the College of Physicians and Surgeons, and at tho same time rubbing cut an old score he had laid up against her. His plans were carefully mapped out, and, everything being in readiness, the lady was called upon to attend a case of frac- turc of the leg. Somewhat astonishcd, she promptly answered tho summons of suffering humanity, confident in her abil- ity to sustain the dignity of the profes- sion she had adopted. On arriving at the residence indicated, shc was sur prised to find her patient to be man about forty years old, apparently suffer- ing the most cxcruciating pains. Nov ing tho covering, she discovered the fracture 10 be that of wooden leg. Nothing dauntcd, and without showing any evidence of her discovery, she qui. ctly replaced the covering, said she must go for some splints and bandagcs, and would return immediately. She did so, bringing with her some small pieces of brass and brads, with which she at once proceeded 10 repair tho fractured limb. The surgical operation was performed in remarkably short space of time, and the injury left to the healing process oi nature. She quietly gave the necessary directions, informed the man that he would be all right in day or two, and that her bill was $25. It is scarcely ncc- cssary to say that the fee was not forth coming, the matter being treated as { good joke. Next morning, however Miss Copeland appeared on the scene with a cons. able, and much 10 the cha grin of the son of Eucalyptus, collected her fee. It would seem that, if thu young graduates of Harvard Medica School wish to get ahead of the lady stu dents of the College of Physicians ant Surgeons, they will have to rise yer. early, and use more brass than Miss Cope land did in reducing the fracture of tn wooden lcg.--Boston Herald.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
Hunting FeIineS of Asia.

Among notable cats of Asia, :wo es-
 pecially deserve mention, on account ot the curious way in which they h,ve been made useful to man; these arc the chee- tah, or hunting leopard, and the caracal,
 or desert lynx. Both these animals are trained in India, Persia, aud Arabia to catch game for their owners, the cheetah taking deer and antelopes, the car, cal taking cartridges, francolin, and other winged game. The prac ice of tam ng and training thee animals in the East is of very ancient dat,. The cheetah is figured on Assyrian bas-reliefs in tie ac. of scizing an antelope, and is repre- scntcd also on Egyptian monuments dating about 17Oo B. C., among the an mals brought in by w"y of tribute to the kings of T..ebes by tho black tribes of the Uppel Nile, led in a slip with q very ornam ntal collar. .-Ne,o York Sun.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
Preparation of Sealsklns.

Thero Is Q popular notion that the scalskin as we sec it at the furrier's is just as 1t is taken off the animal. Nothing, however, could be moro contrary to fact. Few skins are less attractive than this at first, as tho fur is completely covered and hidden by the dull gray-brown and cr;zzled ovcr-hair. This mask has then to be removed, and this is an operation requiring a very great amount of pa tiencc and skill, with consequent in- crease in price. The unhairing is effected by warmth and moisture, which soft ems the roots of the ovcr-hai and en- ablcs it to be pulled out, or by shaving the inner side very thin, which cuts off the roots of the hair, which penetrate deeply, and leaves untouched those of the fur, which arc very superficial. Whichever method is employed the hair must bc taken off uniformly or the fur will never lie smoothly, but always have a rumplcd looked, which can never be corrected by any subsequent treatment. This will explain to some extent the cause of the high price of sealskin jackets and cloaks, and also the cause of the different prices one hears of, as a good many skins are more or less spoiled in the dressing. Another cause, too, is the quality of the dye, and the work manship employed in its use. The liquid color is put on with brush, and the points of the standing fur carefully covered, the skinis then rolled up fur inside, and then, after q little time, hung up and dried. The dry dye is then removed and further coat ap- piled, dried, removed, and so on till the requisite shade is obtained. One or two of these coats are laid on thick and pressed down to the roots of tho fur, making what is called the ground. From eight to twelve coats are needed to produce good color. No wonder first-class sealskin is expensive; it i: 1 lst as true now as ever it was; but ir E lese days of universal cheapncss one is r. pt to forget that, if you want Q really pod thing you must pay good price 1 --AW the Fear Round.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
As the Old Romans Did.

Dr. Harrison, a Boston dentist, says: "For health, as we'll as for tho better condition of teeth, it would be better to cat wheat as the old Roman soldiers did, and do away with milling. Choice wheat run through shutting mill, mixed with three parts of water, and steamed or boiled in double kettle for ten hours, when salted, served hot oi cold, with butter or with milk or cream, makes an exceptionally palatable and healthy dish. It is not only economical, for one pound is sufficient for meal fol four. persons, but it gives most of tic elements that arc essential in healthy human body. ;"
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
He had to bc Civil.

A certain Detroit parvenu of great wealth has hanging in his drawing room large and hideous dau5 in oils, which some Shanghai dealer in Paris induced him to buy. He is very fond of taking Q caller by the arm; leading him before the canvas and saying:
 "Great picture that. By Macaroni di Vermicelli, you know. Paid $s00o for it in Paris and got great bargain. - (naming an eminent American artist who sometimes visits DetroiD says it's worth $10, 900.
 A few days since this gentleman wat lunching at the Detroit Club, when the cat came out of the bag. Someone said:
 "--, old Centpcrccnt says that you have appraised that frightful nightmare of his at $1O, 900. Is it true9
 Tho artist answered, smilingly: q will tell you how that happened. H. asked mo to dinner one day, and after we left the table took ne to sec the pie turc and told the usual story. Then turning abruptly, he asked:
 "How much is that painting worth9'
 "'Why, Mir. Centpcrccnt,' said ], ! really would net like to place value upon it.
 "'Well, I'll put it differently said he. How much would you charge fo, such pictures'
 "'I don't mind saying l answered 'that would not paint such picture for $1O,0 ,000. II had to be civil, you know."- Detroit Free Press.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
His Revenge.

She wasn't very young, but she had money. He didn't want tho earth. 'Dcarest," he began, but she stopped him. "I anticipate what you are about to say, Mir. Sampson" she said, ''and would spare your feelings, for it can never, never be. I esteem you highly, and will be a sister to'----
 T have four sisters already" he re- piled, bitterly; ''four grown sisters, and life is hidcous burden. But, oh, Clara" he went on passionately, eff you cannot be my wife, will you not give me mothers protecting lovea Pm an orphan"
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
HUMOROUS.

An eye for business-the glass cye.
 A cold snap breaking an icicle.
 A strapping fellow with plenty ofsoap --the barber. <. The tender passion-The antipathy against tough steak. 4 He--I could live on pigs feet all tho time. She--Arc you sure you don'tl
 Tho man carried away with enthu- siasm is frequently brought back with disgust.
 My safc has been rifled three tmea, ' said merchant. "A new form q repeating rife, remarked his friend.
 Joaquin Miller announces that sHhs worlds not in need of great posta " Thia however, does not discourage tho poeta
 Inquisitive party (to bod oarraaJSs "And do you go up that ladder III day longi" Pat: No, sur; half cv the| toimc Ol cum down. x Mary--stop your AatterisA or ! shAl hold my hands to my ears. John [wiIh. ing to be complimentary )-Ah, youf lovely hands arc too small.
 Itisve-y difficult for lady to entsr ~ leave carriage properly. It requizse practice and carriage. The carriAgs M the hardest part to acquire. .When Does Man Weigh Mostts ' the heading of m article h . he6a1 journal. That is n sAay o6A N, 1 weighs most when hs atspa oas | psssoe cornx v. V. ! M It is estimated that tho whole snnmbss of umbrellas made in the United 6ta&e1 annually is 5000, 900. The whole nuin- Der borrowed is supposed to be . little less than 8, GOO, 900.
 'T suppose you must be tired of my talking" said his girl after she had been talking about fifteen minutes without his being able to get in . word. 's0h no" he replied. 'T got shaved at tho barber's."
 "You can't expect man of my tEade to join this strike, said carpet beasss. "Why not9" asked the walking dele- gate. Because we arc only caSpet knights, and we can raise moro dust by working than loaflng.
 Boastful Englishman When Twas at home in England, sir, lived in hand- some stone mansion, and wa waited on by we'll paid servants end was in tho service of the government Practical American-Well, now, you don't look like man that had been in jail. You'n have to be pretty careful over here" She was famous speaker, or notorioul
 squeaker,
 And she said lon little troubles VI should
 frown;
 Thoughts or looks were quito audacious"-4
 and then
 She said: "Good graciousl"
 do believe my back hairs coming downln
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
Reacher at ruhlio Dinna,.s.

Henry Ward Beecher is fond Of st- tending public dinners, although on saeh occasions he scarcely ever eats anything. While those around him are stowins away all of the solids and fluids within their reach the Plymouth Pastor nibblee bread and sips Apollinaris. He, how. ever, keeps up a steady flow of talk that puts every person within souuA.of his voice in merry humor. MT. Beechsr's presence at banquet insures an enjoyabie evening to all of the other participants. It seems impossible for him to talk and not be entertaining. No matter how many othef distinguished men and Abls speakers there may be at tho festival board, Bcecher is sure to be the oratorical lion of the feast. His versatility an4 eloquence seem to have no limit. H1 says that he never prepares himself for an aftcr-dinner speech, but takes his cue from the inspiration of tho moment "Oh, please do not put me down tcf any stated topic" he invariably remon- strates when approached by tho toast master, ''just let me know when my turn comes to speak and will rattle oil some thing" One night at Delmonico'A after . particularly effective speech by MT. BeechI CT, newspaper reporter asked sthe old man eloquent" for his notes. MT. Beechsf
 a sa ..< handed the reporter crumpled bit q paper on which were traced almoai illcgibly tho words Huxley" Darwin, r sPshaw. -Ncw York Times.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05

The entire military strength of the British Empire, including India, but emitting Canada, is 7.5, 1000 men Tn round numbers; this includes all avail able soldier material; the regular army consists of 135, 900 infantry, IS, 900 cav airy and S3, 900 artillery, 5000 engineers, 5000 transport troops, total of 195, 900 men. Russia has an army of ?, 733, 000 infantry, 300, 900 cavalry and m artillery of 3,77a, guns and 57 days are required to mobilize this immense military array. Russia's annual expenditure for army and navy is $23O, 512, 500; that of France $16s, 653, 915; that of Grea, Britain $155, 603, 775: Germany SIS, 123, 745, and Austria Hungary $67, 060, 975. Should these tremendous forces of war clash in determined conflict, the re. suit would be havoc unprecedented 1T history. But the very magnitude of the preparations must have deterren effect
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
Statistics recently published in Russia

Statistics recently published in Russia show that between 1854 and 1884 750,- 900 persons had been sent to Siberia as convicts. It is the sole aim of these wretches to get away from their servi- Jude, and during the last twenty years it is estimated that nearly 25 per cent. of the whole number transported have escaped. Most of the exlles are in the prime of life, which makes it more diff ficult for the government to maintain its grip on them. About one-ffth of the convicts are women, and most of them arc over 40 years of age. Marrying is forbidden during the hrst five years of an cxile's life in the penal colony. The official statistics state that two-thirds oi crimes in Siberia are committed by exiles.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05

Miss Mary s. Brennan, the matron of female seminary in Cincinnati, is said to be tho only woman in tho country who holds a license as an engineer. There was trouble in the school with the heating apparatus, and she took hold of the matter, studying up tbe science of steam heating and introducing many improvements. Finally she went before the Board of Inspectors and passed . first-class examination and received her license as an engineer.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05

A Texan who owns many sheep, also owns very valuable sheep dog called Shep. While away from home he telc- graphed to his superintendent, "send Shep by first train." The telegraph operator thought there ought to be another s'e" in the second word, and sent the despatch us follows: Send sheep by first train" The superintendent sobeyed, and before the Texan could get the sheep back home again, many of them died, and the affair cost him a great deal of money. He is now suing the telegraph company for damages.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
VOL. XVI.

Dream Islands. There are many blessed islands Lying In the sea of dreams, From whose glorious palm-crowned high lands Daylight never dies, 1t seems; Where, in the hushes of the ringing Of the surf, we hear the singing Of the soft and silvery streams. And forever floating, drifting By their shores of shining sand, You and l, sad eyes uplifting, Pass and pass, but dare not land Sirens beckon on the shore, Yet there cometh nev ermore Mortal bark upon that strand.
 E O. Cooke.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
The World.

 The world Is queer old fellow. As you journey along by hts side You had better conceal any trouble you
 feel If you want to tickle his pride. No matter how heavy your burden Don't tell him about it, pray, He will only grow colder and shrug ha
 shoulder And hurriedly walk away. But carefully cover your sorrow, And the world will be your friend, & If only you'll bury your woes and bs merry He'll cling to you close to the end. Don't ask him to lift one finger To tighten your burden, because He never will share 1t, but silently bear 10 % And he will be loud with applause. The word is vain old fellow, You must laugh at his sallies of wit No matter how brutal, remonstrance is fu-
 tile
 And fir wns will not change him one wnae And sinco you must journey together Down paths where all mortal feet go, Why life holds more savor to keep In hl1
 favor, For he's an unmerciful foe.
 Ella Wheeler WNco1.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05

Residents of the metropolis who en- certain fears that the immense structures of the city may crush themselves by their own weight will feel relieved to know that mathematician has computed that it will rd4uire height of a7oo feet of wall to crush the bottom bricks. It will be sometime yet before buildings of that altitude are erected,
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05

A San Francisco dentist hns started a new department in his branch of ind us- try. This is implanting teeth into arti- dcial sockets, where they soon become firm and serviceable if the process is cor rectly performed. He says he has suc- cceded beyond his most sanguine expec- tationS and believes that in short time this branch of dental surgery will be- como as firmly established in profes- sional practice as any other operation requiring skill and judgment.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05

A community of small farms has many advantages which are not known where large farms are the rule. The farms are better cultivated and cared for, and the whole section bears more thrifty ap- pearancc. Neighbors are nearer and generally of the most intelligent class, while roads are better and churches, school-housea and other conveniences necessity to the most advanced civiliza- ton are more numerous, and their ad- vantages can be the more easily and con- veniently enjoyed.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
Cure of SOmnambulism.

A foreign medical journal mentions two instances in which chronic somnam- bulism was cured by administering bro- midc of potassium, the dose given in one instance varying from thirty to ono hundred grains per day; and in the othe, case fifteen grains were given both morn Ing anu evening. The attacks in each case gradually became less and less ire ceased.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05

The Spanish congress recently voted a bill authorizing an expenditure of about $45, 900, 900 on naval armaments to be distributed over nine years, besides $s, 900, 900 for the annual expenses of the navy. It is proposed to build one ironclad, four cruisers, four frst-ciass torpedo boats, and nine other warlike vessels. There arc few indications in Europe at this moment pointing toward an cary arrival of tho millennium.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
ssWhat fprY,

An austere-looking lady walked Into e furricr's ycsterda and said to tho Se low-hendcd clerk: ssS
 ''I would like to get muif.
 "What fura" inquired the dude. v
 'To keep my hands warm, you ainpss ng idiot" exclaimed tho madar crushing him like : thunder ten. < Washiaetcn QkttiA Ss|)a
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
A Suitable Present.

''Charley, Iwondcr what would be a n ce present to give pa for his birthdayT asked Clara.
 "Give him pair of padded slippers, suggested Charley, gloomily.
Connecticut western news., 1887-01-05
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